Luciano Pavarotti, Italian tenor and actor (died 2007)

Luciano Pavarotti was an Italian operatic tenor who during the late part of his career crossed over into popular music, eventually becoming one of the most acclaimed tenors of all time. He made numerous recordings of complete operas and individual arias, gaining worldwide fame for his tone, and gaining the nickname "King of the High Cs".

October 12 is the 285th day of the year in the Gregorian calendar; 80 days remain until the end of the year.